Kirk G
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How essential would you say it is to have a "fin guide" whether from Estes or some other source?
The Estes version is a plastic octogon with selectable guides or supports that can be positioned for 4 fins, three fins, two fins, etc, with various motor housings to rest the rocket upon.
Some claim that if working with a young rocketeer, this is the only way to go to assure an even, correctly angled fin attachment. Others say it can be eye-balled by laying on an inverted egg carton, with appropriate books to support fins. Some think if you're working with a cub den or additional kids, you need at least one of these for a production line and to assure that every kid has the proper angle.
What do you think? Is it a worthwhile investment?
The Estes version is a plastic octogon with selectable guides or supports that can be positioned for 4 fins, three fins, two fins, etc, with various motor housings to rest the rocket upon.
Some claim that if working with a young rocketeer, this is the only way to go to assure an even, correctly angled fin attachment. Others say it can be eye-balled by laying on an inverted egg carton, with appropriate books to support fins. Some think if you're working with a cub den or additional kids, you need at least one of these for a production line and to assure that every kid has the proper angle.
What do you think? Is it a worthwhile investment?